After Putin signed a decree on expanding the use of nuclear weapons, China called for calm. The Chinese Foreign Ministry stressed the need for de-escalation and a political settlement of the crisis in Ukraine.

The day after Russian dictator Vladimir Putin signed a decree expanding the use of nuclear weapons, China called for calm, writes UNN with reference to a statement by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian.

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"We have taken these reports into account. In the current situation, all relevant parties should remain calm and restrained and jointly strive to de-escalate and reduce strategic risks through dialogue and consultation. On the Ukrainian issue, China's position is consistent and clear. Let me emphasize that China calls on all parties to de-escalate the situation and seek a political solution to the crisis in Ukraine. This position remains unchanged. China will continue to play a constructive role in this," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a news conference on November 20.

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